"Chicago The holidays always bring about a strong sense of nostalgia, and not just the kind that involves problematic Christmas songs. Frontier, a pioneer-themed restaurant decorated like an 1800s cabin, is determined to take us back when buffalo check plaid was worn unironically. And it succeeds—the large wood-burning fire on the festive all-season patio provides a perfect backdrop for the game-heavy menu, with dishes like braised elk shank, or wild boar with pineapple giardiniera." - team infatuation